Kirklees Priory, Medieval nunnery in Brighouse, England
The archaeological remains of Kirklees Priory contain a church, cloister, and service buildings spread across the grounds of present-day Kirklees Park.
Founded in 1155 by Reiner le Fleming during Henry II's reign, the priory operated until 1539 when it was surrendered following the Second Act of Dissolution.
The nuns at Kirklees Priory maintained religious traditions while managing agricultural activities and providing medical care to local communities throughout the medieval period.
Visitors can explore the preserved structures including a double-aisled barn, parts of the Old Farm House, calf house, and gatehouse, which hold Grade I listed status.
The site features in Robin Hood folklore as the location where the legendary outlaw received his final medical treatment from the prioress.
Location: Calderdale
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 53.69510,-1.73720
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:59
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Kirklees Hall
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Colne Bridge
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Blakeborough's Bridge
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Church of St Peter, Hartshead
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Church of St Barnabas
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Former Church of St Thomas
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Boundary Stone 450 Yards West Of Junction With Church Lane
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Black Horse Hotel
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Kirklees Priory Gatehouse
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Calder And Hebble Navigation Cooper Bridge Lock And Gantry To Foot Bridge
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Calder And Hebble Navigation Brearley Bridge Kirklees Cut Brearley Bridge
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Highley Hall And Barn
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Milestone Opposite Junction With Towngate At Ngr Se 157 232
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Walton Cross 100 Yards North Of Walton Cross Farmhouse
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Home Farm Building Number 9 Malthouse
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Calder And Hebble Navigation Milestone 100 Yards Upstream Of Lower Kirklees Lock Kirklees Cut Milestone 100 Yards Upstream Of Lower Kirklees Lock
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Firth House
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Milestone, Bradley Road, Bradley
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Milestone, by entrance to 866-872 Leeds Road opp Oak Road
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